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Galapagos Cruise

One of the best ways to explore the Galapagos Islands is by vessel. Experience every bit the islands have to offer on this luxurious four day cruise.

By booking a tour to the Galapagos and our local partner you are supporting a variety of community-based ventures including those of the Gravel Farmers and the Perlas del Pacifico Bakery, run by a Galapagos women’s association. Our partner employs, outsource and collaborate with locale farms, small businesses and associations, and partake in a series of social and environmental projects to improve Galapagos Community as a whole.

Day 1

Galapagos San Cristobal Island

Upon arrival to San Cristobal Island, your guides will meet you, collect your luggage, and escort you on the short bus ride to the harbor. Motorized rafts, called “Pangas” will transport you to the cruise ship and the crew will welcome you onboard. After departure and lunch, the first island visit is made.PM La Loberia: The beach is 10 minutes from the airport of San Cristobal. It is a coral sand beach with sea lions. La Loberia is a piece of coast that has been named for the large number of sea lions resting on the rocks and sand. Despite being outside the boundaries of the National Park area, due to its great importance, the park staff obliges for its care and maintenance. Besides the sea lions, yellow warblers, frigates and various species of finches can be seen. On the rocks, large Galapagos marine iguanas can be found, unique in the world.

Day 2

Espanola Island

AM Punta Suarez:This rocky land spot sustains one of the most impressive and varied colonies of sea birds in the Galapagos. Along its southern shore, high cliffs rise up from the sea affording the visitor spectacular views of soaring birds and of the blow hole where water spouts up to 50-75 feet into the air according to the intensity of the surf.

Day 3

Floreana Island

AM Cormorant Point:This site offers probably the best flamingo lagoon in the Galapagos; it is also one of the largest in the islands. It’s situated between two tuff lava cones that give the area a special atmosphere. There are various species of shorebirds to observe besides flamingos; the most frequent are common stilts, white-checked pintail ducks, and other migratory birds. It is very interesting to see the two distinct beaches: “The Green Beach” (due to its high percentage of olivine crystals in the sand) and the “Flour Sand Beach” which is made up of coral.Devil’s Crown: The Devil’s Crown, located just off Punta Cormorant, offers some of the best snorkeling in the Galapagos. In fact, the only way to see the Crown is by water; it is termed a Marine Visitor Site, and no landings are allowed. Sometimes referred to as Onslow Island, this is an almost completely submerged volcano, and erosion has transformed the cone into a series of jagged peaks; as a result, the site really does look like a devil’s crown.PM Post Office Bay & Baroness Lookout: Historically, this site is the location of a wooden barrel that was placed in the 18th century by the crew of a whaling ship. It has been used since this time by mariners and tourists as a post office. The idea is to carry letters or postcards to their destination by hand. Apart from being the Post Office Barrel, this site was the landing area for some of the first colonists. We will continue to the north of the island and will ascent to an elevated slope to enjoy a beautiful vista at the Baroness lookout. It is said that Baroness Eloisa Von Wagner loved this place and spent several hours watching the horizon. Within walking distance (30m) are the ruins of what is known as her house. From this lookout, the landscape covers the coastline from the Enderby islet to Post Office Bay, as well as Cerro Pajas, the pool of flamingos and wide forest of Palo Santo.

Day 4

Santa Cruz Island

AM Charles Darwin Station: Although the great majority of Galapagos visitors come here to observe and appreciate natural wonders, it is also interesting to learn how the protection and conservation of the islands are carried out. One of the main attractions are the National Park information centers, the Van Straelen Exhibition Hall, the Breeding and Rearing Center for young and adult Galapagos tortoises as well as land iguanas in captivity.
After this visit you will be transported to the airport in Baltra in order to catch your flight back to mainland Ecuador where you will depart to your final destination.

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Anahi Vessel

Galapagos Islands Region

Come and enjoy your vacation to the Galapagos Islands with elegance and comfort aboard the luxury catamaran outstanding throughout the all Galapagos Archipelago. The M/C Anahi is a Power Catamaran Yacht, built in Guayaquil, Ecuador, launched by the end of 2006 with high comfort standards. With unparalleled stability, your cruise is guaranteed to be a restful and relaxed one. The accommodation for sixteen voyagers is distributed amongst six twin cabins on the main deck, and two suite cabins on the upper deck. Every cabin includes large windows – portrait type – looking to the ocean, beautiful wooden floor and cozy private facilities with hot/cold water shower, besides to a locker, closet and air conditioning. Additionally. on the main deck, the yacht offers ample resting areas, library, TV-DVD room, comfortable dining room and lounge. On the upper deck, the yacht features a charming bar and an excellent are for relaxation, together with a Jacuzzi for six people. On top of the bar area we find the ample sundeck with resting chairs for eight people.